Witherslack Group Star Awards 2025: Celebrating Exceptional Achievements
The Witherslack Group Star Awards celebrated the outstanding efforts and achievements of individuals and teams, culminating in a memorable evening at The Belfry in the heart of the West Midlands.
With over 140 attendees, this year’s event featured 13 award categories, including the newly introduced Inspirational Innovation Award, which recognizes ground-breaking ideas that drive positive change. Finalists from across the country came together to celebrate achievements that create life-changing outcomes for children, young people, and their families.
The diversity of categories, from Everyday Heroes to Leaders of the Year, showcased the incredible dedication, talent, and commitment found throughout our Group.
Here are the winners:
The Everyday Hero
Hannah, Designated Safeguarding Lead, Hilden Park School
Going The Extra Mile
Tracy, Deputy Head Teacher, Castlefell School
Leader Of The Year
Jill, Regional Manager
Role Model Of The Year
Ste, Team Leader, Dene Croft
School Of The Year
Bridgeway School
Learning Centre Of The Year
Meadow View Learning Centre
Home Of The Year
Meadow View Children's Home
ESG Contribution Of The Year
Reg, Deputy Manager, Fern Park
Lifetime Acheivement
Darren, Deputy Manager, Head Office
Futures Achievement Of The Year
Kerri, Head Teacher, Avon park School
Inspirational Innovation
Waveney, Regional Director
Young Person's Choice
Clarke, Teaching and Learning Assistant, Pontville School
Chief Executive's Choice
Oakwood Children's Home